Resthaven Cottage

Resthaven Cottage is a bright, tranquil 1200 sq. ft. bungalow located only a 2 minute walk from the ocean and beach at Roberts Bay in Sidney BC. This cozy rental home is beautifully furnished with a simple wooden flair. The 2 bedrooms have one queen bed
and one with 2 twin beds. The master has a small ensuite bathroom and a main in the living area. The fully equipped kitchen, dining room, and private garden with patio are ideal for entertaining small groups. Also included is a gas fireplace, TV/DVD, radio,
CD player, telephone, microwave, internet access, washing machine, tumble dryer, and new BBQ.

Beaches, fishing charters, diving, sailing, canoeing and other water sports are all within walking distance at nearby Tsehum Harbour. Hiking, cycling, golfing, horse riding, swimming, skating and many other sports or activities are available within close
proximity. The Galloping Goose Trail is within a 10 minute walk from your front door. The Victoria International Airport, BC Ferries, Anacortes Ferry, Buchart Garden are less than a 10 minute drive. Sidney town with its artisan fairs, evening street markets,
book and antique stores, spas, restaurants, outdoor concerts, museums, theatres, specialty shops, fresh seafood, and grocery stores are 2 km away.

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Resthaven Cottage

Great experience only negative was the bed in master was extremely warn out

Nice Location

Stayed 3 days ending in
August, 2018

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Greg & Brenda P from Humboldt, SK recommends this vacation rental

We were only here for 3 nights but the location was great. Minutes from the ocean. Because of our short stay we hardly spent any time in the house/yard but it was nice to have the space and morning coffee on the deck

Resthaven Cottage

Stayed 3 days ending in
December, 2017

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a guest from Calgary, Alberta recommends this vacation rental

We stayed at Resthaven for three nights over Christmas and it is a very pleasant and cozy "cottage". our family and dogs were very comfortable and it was within close proximity to our family who live in the area.

Manager Responded on 1/23/2018

thank you for your review of Resthaven Cottage. We are happy to hear that the cottage accommodated both your two legged and four legged family members. We look forward to having you stay with us again in the future.

Needs proper maintenance but has great potential

Stayed 44 days ending in
October, 2017

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a guest from North Saanich, BC recommends this vacation rental

Location was great and pleasant fenced in yard but the home needs some upkeep. The master mattress was terrible-it had two mattress pads-making it evident that owner knew mattress was inadequate; when we discussed with EMR we were advised by owner to bring
in our own. There was serious damage in the bathroom tub and we were told it was being fixed, then once we were in owner opted to drop off tape instead and agency indicated she didn't want to spend the money:( There were a lot of personal belongings throughout
the home, leaving ltd space for our own clothing and toiletries. Good size and lots of potential but needs to be attended to properly if being operated as a furnished vacation property.

Manager Responded on 11/8/2017

Thank you for your review. The homeowner was not prepared to purchase a new bed at the time of your stay, and you said you would bring in your own. We would never tell a guest that they had to bring in their own, in fact we called the homeowner to see if it would be a problem if you could bring in your own bed at your suggestion.
The bath tub was being fixed and has been since - with any renovation we had to wait for the service personal to set an appointment. We would not have said the homeowner did not want to spend money. We were waiting for the repair to be done, the tape was to ensure that water did not get inside the tub surround causing more damage.
As for personal belongings, we will look at that closer allowing for more guest access.

Beautiful Sidney BC

Stayed 4 days ending in
August, 2017

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Dave F from Santa Rosa, CA recommends this vacation rental

We had a great trip to Vancouver Island and our stay in Sidney was wonderful. The Resthaven Cottage we rented was as advertised and everything was neat, clean and tidy. The rental company (EMR Vacation Rentals) was on top of all the details (probably a
few too many emails) but overall and excellent experience.

island life bugalow perfect for little children & great location

Stayed 7 days ending in
July, 2017

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Brieanna B from Calgary, Alberta recommends this vacation rental

Perfect little bungalow for our family with 2 small children, didn't have to worry about them falling down stairs or getting into anything as there wasn't much breakables down for them to get into. House definitely has that cottage feel for the island
life experience. Great backyard for them to play in & all fenced in. Perfect location for being close to the marina to sail. Lots of things to do with the kids all around within 10-15 mins away. Only downside is no dishwasher haha. Floor could've definitely
used a wash as well but wasn't terrible.

Manager Responded on 8/8/2017

Thank you for your review of Resthaven Cottage. This property is great for families as it is a rancher style home. Sorry to hear the floor was not as clean as it should have been. If you had called the office during your stay, we could have had our house keeping staff come back to fix the issue.

Vacation Get Away

Stayed 3 days ending in
September, 2016

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a guest from Lacey, WA recommends this vacation rental

The house was exactly what we needed. The only negative feedback would be is the greeter told us that we had to give an exact check out time. When I questioned him about this he stated that he didn't make the rules that it was company policy. Other than
this little hiccup I would definitely use EMR again for finding a vacation home.

Manager Responded on 6/1/2017

Thank you very much for your kind review of the Resthaven Cottage. We are happy to know you enjoyed your stay. We have to schedule someone to come to the property to pick up keys from guests before they go, this is why we need to schedule a check-out time. We hope to see you again in the future.

A stay in sunny Sidney

Stayed 13 days ending in
August, 2016

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a guest from Newcastle upon Tyne, ENG recommends this vacation rental

Enjoyed our stay - helped by fabulous weather the entire time! Nice tidy property with lovely deck and garden. Very well equipped and comfortable, nice to have a bit of beach a short walking distance. Company very helpful when there was a problem with
the Wi-Fi, got it sorted out promptly. Bit of aircraft noise during the day due to proximity of airport.

Manager Responded on 6/1/2017

Thank you very much for your kind review of the Resthaven Cottage. We are happy to know you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again in the future.

A home away from home!

Stayed 4 days ending in
September, 2015

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Christina P from Toronto, Ontario recommends this vacation rental

WE thoroughly enjoyed our stay here with our 2 grown sons. A very comfortable and well appointed cottage with everything you could possibly need in a quiet peaceful setting. It greatly enhanced our vacation.

Manager Responded on 2/1/2016

Thank you for your kind review of the Resthaven Cottage in Sidney. We are happy you enjoyed your stay. We look froward to having you stay with us again in the future.

Home away from home

Stayed 7 days ending in
August, 2015

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a guest from Edmonton, Alberta recommends this vacation rental

Great experience, the house had everything you need and was spotlessly clean, very comfortable.

Manager Responded on 8/12/2015

Thank you for your review of Resthaven Cottage. We appreciate your kind words. We hope to see you again in the future!

Dated home but comfortable

Stayed 7 days ending in
July, 2015

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a guest from Airdrie, Alberta recommends this vacation rental

As other guests have stated the kitchen is very outdated, old wall mounted oven, small fridge etc. Overall though we were satisfied with the rental however I would prefer if the master bedroom had a real box spring and mattress bed. Great location, nice
backyard and deck. Easy 20 minute walk to Beacon Avenue. This wasn't an issue for us but the TV is not HD and the stereo does not work. Good selection of books to read. Property management was a half an hour late meeting us upon arrival, other than that all
was well.

Manager Responded on 7/28/2015

Thank you very much for your kind review. We are happy to know you enjoyed your stay at the Resthaven Cottage. We hope to see you again soon.

Resthaven Cottage Victoria Vacation April 2015

Stayed 30 days ending in
May, 2015

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Barbara and Roy H from Kitimat, B.C. recommends this vacation rental

We enjoyed a 30 day fun-filled family vacation at Resthaven Cottage in Sidney. Resthaven Cottage was clean and well-maintained and its location was perfect for shopping, walking and trips to the beach. The layout of the cottage was great for family visits
and the yard and barbecue were used for family dinners where the grandchildren and our small dog could play outside in the fenced yard. Our only complaint was the bed in the master bedroom which was only 6 inches off the floor. We had to sleep in the two twin
beds in the second bedroom as my husband could not get in and out of the low bed. I feel the height of the bed should be specified in the rental information so Seniors know this before renting the cottage. Otherwise, I would recommend this property for a great
vacation!!

Manager Responded on 5/9/2015

Thank you for your review of Heron View Cottage. We appreciate your feedback regarding the bed in the master bedroom. We look forward to having you stay with us again in the future!

Perfect Place - Felt Like Home

Stayed 7 days ending in
August, 2014

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a guest from Edmonton, AB recommends this vacation rental

This property has everything you would ever need to feel like you are at home. We loved the comfort, and the quietness of the area. What a joy to have a private back yard with a patio. The house was spotless, and the beds were comfortable. My family members
were happy to discover it was right on the bus route, and with fares at $2.50 to go to any zone including Victoria that is a deal indeed. For those who like to walk, and to stay fit you will find some new outdoor exercise amenities just by the library on Resthaven.
This is about a 15-minute walk away from the property. They are actually exercise machines, set up in a bit of a circuit. For those who demand quality in their clothing (both ladies and men's) Beacon Ave is THE place to shop. Amazing selection of the BEST
clothing and accessories. If a person is looking for a 'beach' with nice sand you might want to drive to Parksville or across the island to (Long Beach) Tofino. But if you enjoy walking along the water and viewing colorful starfish and other sea life you are
in the right place. Sidney Pier is a short drive from the house and there is a great walking path that will take you a few km's along the water from there.

Manager Responded on 8/25/2014

Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again in the future.

SIDNEY VACATION

Stayed 3 days ending in
July, 2014

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a guest from Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta recommends this vacation rental

THE PROPERTY WAS NICE VERY CLEAN ALTHOUGH THE KITCHEN WAS DATED. OUR ONLY COMPLAINT WE THOUGHT THE CLEANING FEE WAS RATHER STEEP FOR A THREE NIGHT STAY

Manager Responded on 7/30/2014

Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again in the future.

Good located but not confortable

Stayed 31 days ending in
November, 2013

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Rosy P from Victoria, BC does not recommend this vacation rental.

The house's location is nice. The furniture is old. Only one bathroom. The space is used for the owners frequently and they have a lot of their personal stuff

Manager Responded on 1/13/2014

Thank you for your kind review. The property is advertised with 1 bathroom.

A Good Experience

Stayed 13 days ending in
September, 2013

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a guest from Missoula, Montana recommends this vacation rental

A comfortable and efficient house in a quiet neighborhood. (Some nice upgrades since the photos were taken for the website.) Town center is 3 minutes away. (The best fish'n'chips are at Salty's... All you can eat on Tuesdays.) Nice people all around. Lovely
20 minute drive to Buchart Gardens; 30 minutes to downtown Victoria in morning traffic. The greeter was on time for both check-in and check-out, which took less time than our pleasant chatting with the greeter. Nicely done.

Manager Responded on 1/13/2014

We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again. Thank you for your kind review.

Very nice

Stayed 6 days ending in
August, 2013

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a guest from Calgary, Alberta recommends this vacation rental

The house was beautiful and clean, although the beds could use upgrading as they aren't very comfortable. It was stocked with more than everything you would need during a stay away from home and having the laundry facilities available is a wonderful luxury.
The fenced yard is also a great treat. The description of a "beach" nearby is misleading, it is just a small little public area sandwiched between private property, not able to even walk to coastline a bit -- you have to drive past downtown Sidney to do that.
Overall it's a GREAT vacation home and we would definitely consider it again if ever out that way!!

Manager Responded on 1/13/2014

We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again. Thank you for your kind review. The entrance way to the beach is narrow but the whole beach area is for public use not just the area at the entrance..

Nice place to stay!

Stayed 6 days ending in
August, 2013

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a guest from Oberursel recommends this vacation rental

We enjoyed our stay very much, much space and a lovely garden!
5 minutes from Sydney town centre.

Manager Responded on 1/13/2014

We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again. Thank you for your kind review.

Love Sidney-by-the-Sea

Stayed 31 days ending in
June, 2013

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a guest from Calgary, Alberta recommends this vacation rental

We loved our month in Sidney. The house is in a great location, a few blocks from the beach. A quiet and relaxing time.

Manager Responded on 7/2/2013

Thank you for your nice review of Resthaven Cottage in Sidney. We are happy to know you enjoyed the property. It is in a great location. Thank you again and we hope to see you again in the future.

Resthaven

Stayed 59 days ending in
April, 2013

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a guest from Calgary, Alberta does not recommend this vacation rental.

There were serious safety concerns with the front entrance stairs and overall deck. No railings, very very slippery - someone is going to take a nasty fall. And, NO DISHWASHER!!!

Manager Responded on 5/2/2013

Thank you for providing your experience at Resthaven Cottage and wish it had met your expectations. To be fair for clarification, your stay was during a very wet period for weather, the outdoor patio area has two steps from ground level (as seen in the photo gallery), the front entrance are a single step. The property has never been advertised with a dishwasher which we believe does not warrant a complaint. However, we will recommend to the property owner to consider your commments.

Cottage was comfy and cozy

Stayed 31 days ending in
February, 2013

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a guest from Victoria, British Columbia recommends this vacation rental

Cottage was comfy and cozy, and right on the bus route to Sidney and downtown Victoria so we didn't need a vehicle. The only things lacking were bedside lamps for those who like to read in bed; the cottage had everything else. We would certainly stay again.

Manager Responded on 5/2/2013

Thank you for the great review of the Resthaven Cottage. Love to see you agaiin soon.